Fire destroys Homer City storage facility

HOMER CITY — Fire destroyed the Accent Fuels storage facility on West Indiana Street early this morning in Homer City.

At least a dozen fire companies from Indiana and Westmoreland County responded, and several more were put on standby. As of 7 a.m., firefighters were still working to control the blaze. Multiple tank trucks were employed as water from hydrants in Homer City ran low.

The fire was first reported at 4:26 a.m.

Old Route 119 (Main Street) is closed in both directions in Homer City Borough between Miller Avenue and Mullen Avenue due to the fire. The road is expected to open late this morning.

Check back on the Gazette’s website for updates throughout the day.

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